Behavioral Health LPN

primehealthcare· LVN/LPN
Apply Now ↗
📍 Leavenworth, KS, USOTHER

About this role

Overview

Shifts Available: Nights

Employment Type: Part-time    

Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS 

 

The Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct, compassionate care to patients with acute mental health needs in an inpatient setting. Partnering with Registered Nurses and the interdisciplinary team, the LPN supports patient safety and stabilization through ongoing monitoring, medication administration, and behavioral observation.

 

This role requires sound clinical judgment, emotional resilience, and the ability to manage crises and de‑escalation effectively. The Behavioral Health LPN helps maintain a safe therapeutic environment, supports admissions and discharges, ensures accurate documentation, and delivers patient‑centered care. This position is ideal for nurses who are enthusiastic about inpatient psychiatry and thrive in fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environments.

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options 
  • Employer 401 (k) options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 

 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to): 

  • Provide direct nursing care to patients with acute mental and behavioral health needs in an inpatient setting.
  • Observe, monitor, and document patient behavior, mental status, and safety risks.
  • Administer medications as ordered and monitor side effects.
  • Assist with crisis intervention and de‑escalation to promote unit safety.
  • Support admissions, discharges, and transfers, including patient education.
  • Collaborate with RNs, providers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per policy and regulations

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

  • Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
  • Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
  • IV certification within 90 days of hire

#LI-AM5

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Behavioral Health LPN position at primehealthcare?
The salary for this Behavioral Health LPN role at primehealthcare is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Behavioral Health LPN position at primehealthcare located?
This Behavioral Health LPN role at primehealthcare is based in Leavenworth, KS, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Behavioral Health LPN role at primehealthcare full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Behavioral Health LPN role in the LVN/LPN department at primehealthcare.
Which team or department does the Behavioral Health LPN at primehealthcare belong to?
This Behavioral Health LPN position is part of the LVN/LPN department at primehealthcare. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Behavioral Health LPN position at primehealthcare?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to primehealthcare's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Behavioral Health LPN job at primehealthcare posted?
This Behavioral Health LPN position at primehealthcare was posted on May 13, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Behavioral Health LPN
primehealthcare
Apply for this role ↗

You'll be redirected to primehealthcare's official application page on icims.